Description
Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this Greek Chicken with Tzatziki. Juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection pairs beautifully with a refreshing, creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this dish will transport your taste buds to sunny shores while being simple enough for any cook to master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C).
- Grill the Chicken: Cook chicken on grill for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare Tzatziki: Mix grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve: Slice grilled chicken and serve with tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g) with tzatziki (50g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg